Deputy Safeguarding Lead

GSL Education; Boston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent role

Dedicated consultant support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) for a school in Boston, Lincolnshire. The role supports the DSL, acts as a safeguarding contact, and helps keep pupils safe and supported.

The successful candidate will maintain confidential safeguarding records, escalate concerns appropriately, and work with staff, families, and external agencies. DBS checks are required to ensure safe recruitment and safeguarding compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a safeguarding, pastoral, child protection, or education-based role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Confident working with children, families, school staff, and external agencies.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage sensitive cases professionally.
• Able to remain calm and professional when dealing with complex or challenging situations.
• Relevant safeguarding training and/or experience as a DSL or DDSL would be highly desirable.
• Experience working within a school or education setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with the day-to-day management of safeguarding concerns.
• Act as a point of contact for staff, pupils, parents, and external professionals regarding safeguarding matters.
• Identify, record, and appropriately escalate safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records in line with school procedures.
• Support referrals to relevant external agencies where required.
• Work closely with the DSL, senior leadership team, pastoral staff, and other professionals.
• Help ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are understood and followed by staff.
• Support safeguarding training, awareness, and updates across the school.
• Contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all pupils.
• Keep up to date with relevant safeguarding guidance and legislation.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Pastoral/education experience

Discretion

Job description

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

Location: Boston, Lincolnshire
Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to join a school in Boston.

Are you passionate about safeguarding and committed to promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people? GSL Education is looking for a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to support the school's safeguarding team and help ensure pupils are safe, supported, and able to thrive within the school environment.

This is an important role for someone with strong safeguarding knowledge who can build positive relationships with pupils, communicate effectively with staff and families, and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with the day-to-day management of safeguarding concerns.


• Act as a point of contact for staff, pupils, parents, and external professionals regarding safeguarding matters.


• Identify, record, and appropriately escal​ate safeguarding concerns.


• Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records in line with school procedures.


• Support referrals to relevant external agencies where required.


• Work closely with the DSL, senior leadership team, pastoral staff, and other professionals.


• Help ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are understood and followed by staff.


• Support safeguarding training, awareness, and updates across the school.


• Contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all pupils.


• Keep up to date with relevant safeguarding guidance and legislation.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a safeguarding, pastoral, child protection, or education-based role.


• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.


• Confident working with children, families, school staff, and external agencies.


• Organised, reliable, and able to manage sensitive cases professionally.


• Able to remain calm and professional when dealing with complex or challenging situations.


• Relevant safeguarding training and/or experience as a DSL or DDSL would be highly desirable.


• Experience working within a school or education setting is strongly preferred.

What GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive salary.


• A permanent opportunity within a supportive school environment.


• Dedicated support from an experienced GSL Education consultant.


• Opportunities for professional development and further safeguarding training.


• The opportunity to play a key role in protecting and supporting children and young people.

Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.